Still riding the wave of a recent marketplace shift, the utility task vehicle, better known as the UTV or side-by-side, is at a major crossroads. Intensive growth in product development and surging sales have helped the side-by-side to become a new staple in the off-road community.

The Long (Dirt) Road to Today

The term UTV covers several different types of vehicles, but generally, all are designed for off-road activity. The mainstream use for a UTV has been more commercial than recreational. The original UTVs were vehicles that were not necessarily fast or fun to drive but were handy enough to get the job done and versatile enough to tackle a variety of tasks.

https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2017/07/utv-market-update

Still riding the wave of a recent marketplace shift, the utility task vehicle, better known as the UTV or side-by-side, is at a major crossroads. Intensive growth in product development and surging sales have helped the side-by-side to become a new staple in the off-road community.

The Long (Dirt) Road to Today

The term UTV covers several different types of vehicles, but generally, all are designed for off-road activity. The mainstream use for a UTV has been more commercial than recreational. The original UTVs were vehicles that were not necessarily fast or fun to drive but were handy enough to get the job done and versatile enough to tackle a variety of tasks.

https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2017/07/utv-market-update

Still riding the wave of a recent marketplace shift, the utility task vehicle, better known as the UTV or side-by-side, is at a major crossroads. Intensive growth in product development and surging sales have helped the side-by-side to become a new staple in the off-road community.

The Long (Dirt) Road to Today

The term UTV covers several different types of vehicles, but generally, all are designed for off-road activity. The mainstream use for a UTV has been more commercial than recreational. The original UTVs were vehicles that were not necessarily fast or fun to drive but were handy enough to get the job done and versatile enough to tackle a variety of tasks.

https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2017/07/utv-market-update

Compiled by SEMA Editors

Steve Torrence powered his Top Fuel dragster to his fifth victory of the season last Sunday at the 20th annual Fallen Patriots NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by K&N Filters at Route 66 Raceway.

Torrence, Capps, Skillman and Tonglet Secure Wallys at Route 66 Raceway

Steve Torrence powered his Top Fuel dragster to his fifth victory of the season last Sunday at the 20th annual Fallen Patriots NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by K&N Filters at Route 66 Raceway. Ron Capps (Funny Car), Drew Skillman (Pro Stock) and LE Tonglet (Pro Stock Motorcycle) were also winners in their respective categories at the 13th of 24 events on the 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule. Top Fuel points leader Torrence secured the win with a run of 3.779 seconds at 326.08 mph in his Capco Contractors dragster to take down Antron Brown after he ran a 3.786 at 326.71 in his Matco Tools dragster in the final round. Torrence notched his 13th career victory and his third in the past four events. Leah Pritchett narrowly remains in second after a quarterfinal appearance and teammate Brown trails by just two points for the second spot in the standings.

Points leader Capps locked down his sixth victory of the season after a 4.026 at 319.67 in his NAPA Auto Parts Dodge Charger R/T to defeat teammate Tommy Johnson Jr., who ran a 4.047 at 319.90 in his Make-A-Wish Dodge Charger R/T in the final round. Capps has now reached three final rounds in the past four races, earning two victories in that span. Capps holds a 200-point lead over second-place Matt Hagan, who fell in the semifinals. Jack Beckman sits in third place after making a quarterfinal appearance.

In Pro Stock, Skillman notched his first victory of the season after driving to a 6.627 at 209.23 in his Ray Skillman Chevy Camaro to defeat Erica Enders, who ran a 6.655 at 207.37 in her Elite Motorsports Chevy Camaro in the final. Bo Butner remains in the top spot of the Pro Stock standings after the semifinal appearance, while Anderson and T. Gray round out the top three. Skillman’s victory put him in eighth in the standings, while Enders now sits at sixth after her second runner-up of the season.

Points leader Tonglet secured his fourth Pro Stock Motorcycle victory in six events with a 6.835 at 195.99 on his Nitro Fish Racing Suzuki to defeat Hector Arana Jr., who ran a 6.878 at 193.29 on his Lucas Oil Buell in the finals. Eddie Krawiec remains in second following the semifinal appearance. Arana Jr. moves up to third with the runner-up, surpassing Scotty Pollacheck, who fell to fourth. The 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season continues with the Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals at Bandimere Speedway, July 21–23.

The 2017 Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Class includes Dave Ekins, Cliff Flannery, Bob Gordon and Bill Savage.

Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2017

The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame (ORMHOF) has announced the class of 2017. For the first time in ORMHOF’s 40-year history, two new inductees will join family members who have already been inducted. The class of 2017 includes motorcycle racing pioneer Dave Ekins, who will join his brother Bud Ekins in the Hall of Fame. Crandon International Off-Road Raceway founder Cliff Flannery will also be inducted this year, joining his brother Jack Flannery in the Hall of Fame. Also being honored with membership in the Hall of Fame this year are desert-racing legend Bob Gordon and off-road innovator Bill Savage. This year’s inductees were chosen from a record number of nominations. An independent panel of 20 well-respected individuals from the off-road community reviewed the nomination packets and then cast their votes, independent from the other members of the committee. The class of 2017 represents the nominees who received votes from at least two-thirds of the committee members. Ekins, Flannery, Gordon and Savage bring the number of inductees in the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame to 87. They will be inducted at the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame 2017 Induction & Awards Ceremony, presented by SCORE International, October 30, at the South Point in Las Vegas. Tickets are available through the Hall of Fame website at www.ormhof.org.

Compiled by SEMA Editors

Steve Torrence powered his Top Fuel dragster to his fifth victory of the season last Sunday at the 20th annual Fallen Patriots NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by K&N Filters at Route 66 Raceway.

Torrence, Capps, Skillman and Tonglet Secure Wallys at Route 66 Raceway

Steve Torrence powered his Top Fuel dragster to his fifth victory of the season last Sunday at the 20th annual Fallen Patriots NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by K&N Filters at Route 66 Raceway. Ron Capps (Funny Car), Drew Skillman (Pro Stock) and LE Tonglet (Pro Stock Motorcycle) were also winners in their respective categories at the 13th of 24 events on the 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule. Top Fuel points leader Torrence secured the win with a run of 3.779 seconds at 326.08 mph in his Capco Contractors dragster to take down Antron Brown after he ran a 3.786 at 326.71 in his Matco Tools dragster in the final round. Torrence notched his 13th career victory and his third in the past four events. Leah Pritchett narrowly remains in second after a quarterfinal appearance and teammate Brown trails by just two points for the second spot in the standings.

Points leader Capps locked down his sixth victory of the season after a 4.026 at 319.67 in his NAPA Auto Parts Dodge Charger R/T to defeat teammate Tommy Johnson Jr., who ran a 4.047 at 319.90 in his Make-A-Wish Dodge Charger R/T in the final round. Capps has now reached three final rounds in the past four races, earning two victories in that span. Capps holds a 200-point lead over second-place Matt Hagan, who fell in the semifinals. Jack Beckman sits in third place after making a quarterfinal appearance.

In Pro Stock, Skillman notched his first victory of the season after driving to a 6.627 at 209.23 in his Ray Skillman Chevy Camaro to defeat Erica Enders, who ran a 6.655 at 207.37 in her Elite Motorsports Chevy Camaro in the final. Bo Butner remains in the top spot of the Pro Stock standings after the semifinal appearance, while Anderson and T. Gray round out the top three. Skillman’s victory put him in eighth in the standings, while Enders now sits at sixth after her second runner-up of the season.

Points leader Tonglet secured his fourth Pro Stock Motorcycle victory in six events with a 6.835 at 195.99 on his Nitro Fish Racing Suzuki to defeat Hector Arana Jr., who ran a 6.878 at 193.29 on his Lucas Oil Buell in the finals. Eddie Krawiec remains in second following the semifinal appearance. Arana Jr. moves up to third with the runner-up, surpassing Scotty Pollacheck, who fell to fourth. The 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season continues with the Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals at Bandimere Speedway, July 21–23.

The 2017 Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Class includes Dave Ekins, Cliff Flannery, Bob Gordon and Bill Savage.

Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2017

The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame (ORMHOF) has announced the class of 2017. For the first time in ORMHOF’s 40-year history, two new inductees will join family members who have already been inducted. The class of 2017 includes motorcycle racing pioneer Dave Ekins, who will join his brother Bud Ekins in the Hall of Fame. Crandon International Off-Road Raceway founder Cliff Flannery will also be inducted this year, joining his brother Jack Flannery in the Hall of Fame. Also being honored with membership in the Hall of Fame this year are desert-racing legend Bob Gordon and off-road innovator Bill Savage. This year’s inductees were chosen from a record number of nominations. An independent panel of 20 well-respected individuals from the off-road community reviewed the nomination packets and then cast their votes, independent from the other members of the committee. The class of 2017 represents the nominees who received votes from at least two-thirds of the committee members. Ekins, Flannery, Gordon and Savage bring the number of inductees in the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame to 87. They will be inducted at the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame 2017 Induction & Awards Ceremony, presented by SCORE International, October 30, at the South Point in Las Vegas. Tickets are available through the Hall of Fame website at www.ormhof.org.

By SEMA Editors

Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

Account Manager: Grand General Accessories Manufacturing is hiring an account manager responsible for sourcing new sales opportunities by researching and identifying potential accounts; soliciting new accounts through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls and emails; building rapport; preparing quotations and proposals; developing accounts by analyzing customers’ buying history; suggesting related and new items; and explaining product features. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent and a minimum of three years of automotive aftermarket sales experience with a proven track record are required.

Production Assembly Team Member: McLeod Racing is hiring a production assemby team member responsible for preparing work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, sub assemblies, tools and materials; positioning parts and sub-assemblies by using templates or reading measurements; assembling components by examining connections for correct fit; and verifying specifications by measuring a completed component. Five years of experience in automotive parts production is preferred.

PLT Regional Director: Tire Recruiter.com is hiring a PLT regional director of the northeast responsible for all dealer and fleet sales, support, education and marketing of all tires in the assigned territory. A bachelor’s degree and more than 15 years of experience in sales, specifically in the tire industry, are required.

High-Performance Engine Specialist: Blue Print Engines is hiring a high-performance engine specialist. Technical knowledge from the automotive, hot-rod and performance engine industry is preferred. Responsibilities include answering general technical questions about the company’s product line, providing troubleshooting assistance while the engine is being installed in the vehicle and professional communication through both phone and email.

In-House Photographer/Designer: Pilot Automotive is hiring an in-house photographer/designer with design experience to help develop cutting-edge content for the company’s products. Responsibilities include shooting photo and video for use in various print and digital forums; editing photo/video content for social media, digital and print; and shooting and documenting company events, including truck shows and trade shows. A minimum of 2–3 years of professional photography and videography experience and a passion for cars and trucks are required.

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, July 11, 2017, Competition Specialties, Auburn, Washington

• SEMA Measuring Session: 2018 Ford F-150, Mustang and Expedition, July 13, 2017, Ford Motor Company Conference & Event Center, Dearborn, Michigan

• Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 14, 2017

• SEMA Measuring Session: 2018 Ford F-150, Mustang and Expedition, July 24–25, 2017, SEMA Garage, Diamond Bar, California

• 2017 SEMA Export Fair, July 25–26, 2017, SEMA Garage, Diamond Bar, California

• SEMA Installation Gala, July 28, 2017, Sheraton Fairplex Conference Center, Pomona, California

• HRIA General Membership Meeting, August 4, 2017, Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky

• HRIA General Membership Meeting, August 24, 2017, Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, Pleasanton, California

• 2017 SEMA China Business Development Program, September 6–10, 2017, Shanghai, China

• Manufacturing Day, October 6, 2017

• 2017 SEMA Show, October 31–November 3, 2017, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas

• 2017 PRI Trade Show, December 7–9, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. All submissions are due by Friday, October 6, 2017. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2017 SEMA Show.

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Engine/Underhood Components

Fidanza Performance: High performance aluminum flywheels, Adjustable Cam Gears, Short Throw Shifters, Clutches (Domestic and Import). Contact: Matt Polena, Matt@Fidanza.com; 440-259-5656. Website: www.Fidanza.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Axle back and cat back exhaust systems, mufflers, differential covers, transmission pans, Cold Air intake, headers, torque converts, transmission/oil coolers. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.    

GC Cooling: High-performance electric cooling fans and accessories. Contact: Preston Folkestad, info@gccooling.com; 515-645-5908. Website: www.gccooling.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep hood prop rods and grill supports.. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Northern Radiator: Aluminum performance radiators for race, muscle car, hotrod, and sport compact applications. Performance radiators and charge air coolers for diesel truck applications. Aluminum fan shrouds for race, muscle card and hotrod applications. Contact: Denny Engelmann, dengelmann@1nfs.com; 320-235-2288. Website: www.northernfactory.com.

ProCharger: Superchargers and intercooled supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac, cary.pangrac@procharger.com; 913-338-2886. Website: www.procharger.com.

Savior Battery Cases: Savior Battery Cases and Trays. Contact: Jon Templeman, Jon@SaviorProtected.com; 913-638-8222. Website: www.SaviorProtected.com.

Tech Line Coatings: Ceramic coatings for exhaust system and internal engine components. Contact: Tim Sampson, tsampson@techlinecoatings.com; 865-773-0599. Website: www.techlinecoatings.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

BASF Corp.: **NEW** R-M® Onyx HD™ and Diamont™ Zyrilliant Color Series is a collection of 108 colors that provide custom car builders and restoration shops with the ability to deliver bright, extreme and one-of-a-kind shades. These formulas are easily customizable and feature a range of colors, developed without using special pigments or effect components. The series offers 36 custom shades, as well as 12 ground colors and 60 high-chroma colors that can be combined and applied using a tri-coat process to create the maximum effect. These eye catching shades react to direct light to deliver incredible shimmer and sparkle with color changing effects.  Glasurit® 55-Line and 90-Line waterborne products will also be available.  Each system will also provide primers, hardeners, reducers, and clears for selected vehicles. Contact: Brian Fox, brian@foxmarketing.net; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com.

B&W Trailer Hitches: Gooseneck hitches, fifth wheel RV hitches, and tow and stow adjustable ball mount hitches. Contact: James Works, Jamesworks@turnoverball.com; Phone: 620-473-3664. Website: www.turnoverball.com.

Carr: Truck side steps: Hoop 2, Super Hoopa nd NEW LD Step. Light rack systems, hitch steps, deployable work-truck step, tool box steps and grab handles. Contact: Robert Hamlton, robert@carr.com; 651-719-1068. Website: www.carr.com.

EGR Inc.: We offer a wide range of premium auto accessories such as: Color-matched fender flares, matte fender flares, window visors, hood shields, and rear cab spoilers for late model trucks. Contact: Autumn Lamb, Alamb@egrusa.com; 909-923-7075. Website: www.Egrusa.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Graphics packs, wheels, exhaust tips. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

Gem Tubes: Unique Octagon Step Bars and Gas/Diesel Geometric Exhaust Tips (Lucky 7 Exhaust Tips). Contact: Nathan Keith, Nkeith@maxwayint.com; 705-783-6066. Website: www.GEMTubes.com.

Hornblasters Inc.: Available items range from complete air-horn and train-horn kits with complete on-board air units to just the horns if the vehicle is already equipped with air-ride. We have a variety of products to offer, and the ability to assemble custom kits to fit any vehicle or application. Contact: Manny Rizzo, manny@hornblasters.com; 877-209-8179. Website: www.hornblasters.com.

Impact Plastics Automotive: 18 and 9 cu.-ft. roof top cargo carriers. Zero tool assembly and made of durable four season HDPE material. Provides added storage space for gear on the top of the vehicle. Fits most factory and aftermarket cross rails. Contact: Mike Sheridan, mikes@cartopcargo.com; 847-323-8810. Website: www.cartopcargo.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep bumpers, armor, hinges, hood latches, tire carriers, skid plates, tube doors, mirrors, light guards, hood accessories, windshield hinges. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Omni United: Radar Renegade R7 M/T tires, Radar Renegade A/T 5 tires, Radar Dimax R8+ UHP tires, Radar AS 8 Touring tires, Timberland CROSS Tires, and Timberland A/T Tires. Contact: Casey Robinson, caseyrobinson@omni-united.com; 231-645-6452. Website: www.omni-united.com.

Owens Products Inc.: Jeep VENOM hood (fiberglass heat extraction hood), Fusion step (heavy duty oval step), GlaStep (custom fiberglass running boards *must be painted*), ClassicPro running boards (extruded aluminum *bright or black* and diamond tread aluminum), Premier Grip ( custom TPO running boards), Ellipse & Garrison (diamond tread tool boxes), Commercial use running boards and rear van steps. Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Ranch Hand: Grille guards, front bumpers, back bumpers and running steps. Contact: Samantha Fojtik, samantha@ranchhand.com; 210-930-3948. Website: www.ranchhand.com.

Raptor Series: Step bars and bed rails. Contact: Jesse Brown, jesse@raptorseries.com; Phone: 510-298-5426. Website: www.raptorseries.com.

Reflexxion Automotive Products LLC: Cowl Induction Hoods for 2015-2017 Ford F-150. Contact: Angii Kingsley, angiik@reflexxion.com; 901-332-6263. Website: www.reflexxion.com.

Weapons Grade Fabrication: Custom truck racks and side steps, designed specifically to fit your truck, jeep or sprinter van. Contact: Greg Marankie, greg@wgfab.com; 530-320-5260. Website: www.weaponsgradefabrication.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

Fidanza Performance: Short Throw Shifters. Contact: Matt Polena, Matt@Fidanza.com; 440-259-5656. Website: www.Fidanza.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Auto and manual shifters, shifter accessories, floor mats. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep interior bezels, grab handles, dash components and seat mounts. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Owens Products Inc.: K-9 containment (K-9 vehicle inserts for 15+ Tahoe & 11+ Explorer). Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Soundstream: Car audio systems including: source units, amps, subwoofers, headrests and overhead video units, etc. Contact: Monika Earle, monika@poweracoustik.com; 323-72-2333-3295. Website: www.epsilonelectronicsinc.com.

TKO Clamping Systems: Custom hose clamps and mounting/anchor clamps.  These replace worm gear or spring steel clamps with anodized engraved custom fit clamps that lock on with ease and unlock with just the twist of a straight screw driver.  They come in 5 different colors and can be custom engraved with your logo or company name.  No one else is building anything like them and for builders that sweat every detail, they really add to a nice clean finished look. Contact: Tim Magagna or Stan Caldwell, tkoclampingsystems@yahoo.com; 208-380-9860. Website: www.tkoclamps.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Springs. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

QA1: Shocks, coil-over kits, control arms, trailing arms, k-members, sway bars, other suspension components, full-vehicle suspension kits,  ball joints, rod ends. Contact: Bill Foley, bfoley@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.qa1.net/contact/special-build-sponsorship-request.

Steer Smarts: Steering and chassis components for 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler "JK". Products include: Steer Smarts YETI XD (1 5/8")  1.5 TON Tie Rod, Steer Smarts YETI XD "No Drill" Top Mount (1 5/8")  1.5 TON Draglink, Steer Smarts YETI XD Top Mount (1 5/8")  1.5 TON Draglink for High Steer Knuckles, Steer Smarts YETI XD Bottom Mount (1 5/8") 1.5 TON Draglink, Steer Smarts Griffin XD Steering Attenuator, Steer Smarts YETI XD (2") 2 TON Track Bar, Steer Smarts YETI XD Track Bar Relocation Bracket, and Steer Smarts YETI XD T (1 5/8") Steering Stabilizer Bracket. Contact: Jay Velthoven, jvelthoven@steersmarts.com; 734-892-3755. Website: www.steersmarts.com.

Tech Line Coatings: Ceramic coatings for brake components and wheels. Contact: Tim Sampson, tsampson@techlinecoatings.com; 865-773-0599. Website: www.techlinecoatings.com. 

Disc Brakes Australia - DBA USA: Brake rotors and brake pads. Contact: Yoni Kellman, yoni@dbausa.com; 800-747-2220. Website: www.dbausa.com.

Other Products/Services

Dannmar Lifts: Automotive lifts in 2-post, 4-post and scissor configuration. if you need a lift to show your product at the show, we can provide. Contact: Michael OConnell, moconnell@dannmar.com; 877-432-6627. Website: www.dannmar.com.

Eaton: Eaton is looking to sponsor five vehicles with differentials for the 2017 SEMA Show. Contact: Steve Case stephenrcase@eaton.com, 269-342-3533. Website: www.myvehicle.eaton.com/sema-sponsor.

Gem Tubes: Custom OCTA series step tubes for your vehicle if it is not one of our standard applications. Contact: Nathan Keith, Nkeith@maxwayint.com; 705-783-6066. Website: www.GEMTubes.com.

Grypshon Industries: Grypmat. The Grypmat is made from our patent-pending, flexible, non-magnetic, non-slip, rubberized material. They work on curved surfaces such as car bodies and composite race cars. Using a Grypmat reduces surface damage during painting, shortens build times, and is a customizers most valuable tool. Contact: Ray Ferreira, ray@grypshon.com; 813-943-5166. Website: www.grypmat.com.

Owens Products Inc.: RaceMate (garage & trailer accessories). Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Patriot Campers: Patriot Camper Trailers, models X1 and X2 available to display behind overland vehicles around the show. Contact: Justin Montesalvo, justin@patriotcampers.com.au; 702-630-3464. Website: www.patriotcampers.com.

QA1: Carbon fiber driveshafts. Contact: Bill Foley, bfoley@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.qa1.net/contact/special-build-sponsorship-request.

Transfer Flow Inc.: Fuel tanks for full-size trucks including larger replacement fuel tanks, in-bed auxiliary fuel tanks, refueling tanks, fuel tank and tool box combos. Contact: Warren Johnson, wjohnson@transferflow.com; 530-893-5209. Website: www.transferflow.com.

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. All submissions are due by Friday, October 6, 2017. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2017 SEMA Show.

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Recent Submissions
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Engine/Underhood Components

Fidanza Performance: High performance aluminum flywheels, Adjustable Cam Gears, Short Throw Shifters, Clutches (Domestic and Import). Contact: Matt Polena, Matt@Fidanza.com; 440-259-5656. Website: www.Fidanza.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Axle back and cat back exhaust systems, mufflers, differential covers, transmission pans, Cold Air intake, headers, torque converts, transmission/oil coolers. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.    

GC Cooling: High-performance electric cooling fans and accessories. Contact: Preston Folkestad, info@gccooling.com; 515-645-5908. Website: www.gccooling.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep hood prop rods and grill supports.. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Northern Radiator: Aluminum performance radiators for race, muscle car, hotrod, and sport compact applications. Performance radiators and charge air coolers for diesel truck applications. Aluminum fan shrouds for race, muscle card and hotrod applications. Contact: Denny Engelmann, dengelmann@1nfs.com; 320-235-2288. Website: www.northernfactory.com.

ProCharger: Superchargers and intercooled supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac, cary.pangrac@procharger.com; 913-338-2886. Website: www.procharger.com.

Savior Battery Cases: Savior Battery Cases and Trays. Contact: Jon Templeman, Jon@SaviorProtected.com; 913-638-8222. Website: www.SaviorProtected.com.

Tech Line Coatings: Ceramic coatings for exhaust system and internal engine components. Contact: Tim Sampson, tsampson@techlinecoatings.com; 865-773-0599. Website: www.techlinecoatings.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

BASF Corp.: **NEW** R-M® Onyx HD™ and Diamont™ Zyrilliant Color Series is a collection of 108 colors that provide custom car builders and restoration shops with the ability to deliver bright, extreme and one-of-a-kind shades. These formulas are easily customizable and feature a range of colors, developed without using special pigments or effect components. The series offers 36 custom shades, as well as 12 ground colors and 60 high-chroma colors that can be combined and applied using a tri-coat process to create the maximum effect. These eye catching shades react to direct light to deliver incredible shimmer and sparkle with color changing effects.  Glasurit® 55-Line and 90-Line waterborne products will also be available.  Each system will also provide primers, hardeners, reducers, and clears for selected vehicles. Contact: Brian Fox, brian@foxmarketing.net; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com.

B&W Trailer Hitches: Gooseneck hitches, fifth wheel RV hitches, and tow and stow adjustable ball mount hitches. Contact: James Works, Jamesworks@turnoverball.com; Phone: 620-473-3664. Website: www.turnoverball.com.

Carr: Truck side steps: Hoop 2, Super Hoopa nd NEW LD Step. Light rack systems, hitch steps, deployable work-truck step, tool box steps and grab handles. Contact: Robert Hamlton, robert@carr.com; 651-719-1068. Website: www.carr.com.

EGR Inc.: We offer a wide range of premium auto accessories such as: Color-matched fender flares, matte fender flares, window visors, hood shields, and rear cab spoilers for late model trucks. Contact: Autumn Lamb, Alamb@egrusa.com; 909-923-7075. Website: www.Egrusa.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Graphics packs, wheels, exhaust tips. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

Gem Tubes: Unique Octagon Step Bars and Gas/Diesel Geometric Exhaust Tips (Lucky 7 Exhaust Tips). Contact: Nathan Keith, Nkeith@maxwayint.com; 705-783-6066. Website: www.GEMTubes.com.

Hornblasters Inc.: Available items range from complete air-horn and train-horn kits with complete on-board air units to just the horns if the vehicle is already equipped with air-ride. We have a variety of products to offer, and the ability to assemble custom kits to fit any vehicle or application. Contact: Manny Rizzo, manny@hornblasters.com; 877-209-8179. Website: www.hornblasters.com.

Impact Plastics Automotive: 18 and 9 cu.-ft. roof top cargo carriers. Zero tool assembly and made of durable four season HDPE material. Provides added storage space for gear on the top of the vehicle. Fits most factory and aftermarket cross rails. Contact: Mike Sheridan, mikes@cartopcargo.com; 847-323-8810. Website: www.cartopcargo.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep bumpers, armor, hinges, hood latches, tire carriers, skid plates, tube doors, mirrors, light guards, hood accessories, windshield hinges. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Omni United: Radar Renegade R7 M/T tires, Radar Renegade A/T 5 tires, Radar Dimax R8+ UHP tires, Radar AS 8 Touring tires, Timberland CROSS Tires, and Timberland A/T Tires. Contact: Casey Robinson, caseyrobinson@omni-united.com; 231-645-6452. Website: www.omni-united.com.

Owens Products Inc.: Jeep VENOM hood (fiberglass heat extraction hood), Fusion step (heavy duty oval step), GlaStep (custom fiberglass running boards *must be painted*), ClassicPro running boards (extruded aluminum *bright or black* and diamond tread aluminum), Premier Grip ( custom TPO running boards), Ellipse & Garrison (diamond tread tool boxes), Commercial use running boards and rear van steps. Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Ranch Hand: Grille guards, front bumpers, back bumpers and running steps. Contact: Samantha Fojtik, samantha@ranchhand.com; 210-930-3948. Website: www.ranchhand.com.

Raptor Series: Step bars and bed rails. Contact: Jesse Brown, jesse@raptorseries.com; Phone: 510-298-5426. Website: www.raptorseries.com.

Reflexxion Automotive Products LLC: Cowl Induction Hoods for 2015-2017 Ford F-150. Contact: Angii Kingsley, angiik@reflexxion.com; 901-332-6263. Website: www.reflexxion.com.

Weapons Grade Fabrication: Custom truck racks and side steps, designed specifically to fit your truck, jeep or sprinter van. Contact: Greg Marankie, greg@wgfab.com; 530-320-5260. Website: www.weaponsgradefabrication.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

Fidanza Performance: Short Throw Shifters. Contact: Matt Polena, Matt@Fidanza.com; 440-259-5656. Website: www.Fidanza.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Auto and manual shifters, shifter accessories, floor mats. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep interior bezels, grab handles, dash components and seat mounts. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Owens Products Inc.: K-9 containment (K-9 vehicle inserts for 15+ Tahoe & 11+ Explorer). Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Soundstream: Car audio systems including: source units, amps, subwoofers, headrests and overhead video units, etc. Contact: Monika Earle, monika@poweracoustik.com; 323-72-2333-3295. Website: www.epsilonelectronicsinc.com.

TKO Clamping Systems: Custom hose clamps and mounting/anchor clamps.  These replace worm gear or spring steel clamps with anodized engraved custom fit clamps that lock on with ease and unlock with just the twist of a straight screw driver.  They come in 5 different colors and can be custom engraved with your logo or company name.  No one else is building anything like them and for builders that sweat every detail, they really add to a nice clean finished look. Contact: Tim Magagna or Stan Caldwell, tkoclampingsystems@yahoo.com; 208-380-9860. Website: www.tkoclamps.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Springs. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

QA1: Shocks, coil-over kits, control arms, trailing arms, k-members, sway bars, other suspension components, full-vehicle suspension kits,  ball joints, rod ends. Contact: Bill Foley, bfoley@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.qa1.net/contact/special-build-sponsorship-request.

Steer Smarts: Steering and chassis components for 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler "JK". Products include: Steer Smarts YETI XD (1 5/8")  1.5 TON Tie Rod, Steer Smarts YETI XD "No Drill" Top Mount (1 5/8")  1.5 TON Draglink, Steer Smarts YETI XD Top Mount (1 5/8")  1.5 TON Draglink for High Steer Knuckles, Steer Smarts YETI XD Bottom Mount (1 5/8") 1.5 TON Draglink, Steer Smarts Griffin XD Steering Attenuator, Steer Smarts YETI XD (2") 2 TON Track Bar, Steer Smarts YETI XD Track Bar Relocation Bracket, and Steer Smarts YETI XD T (1 5/8") Steering Stabilizer Bracket. Contact: Jay Velthoven, jvelthoven@steersmarts.com; 734-892-3755. Website: www.steersmarts.com.

Tech Line Coatings: Ceramic coatings for brake components and wheels. Contact: Tim Sampson, tsampson@techlinecoatings.com; 865-773-0599. Website: www.techlinecoatings.com. 

Disc Brakes Australia - DBA USA: Brake rotors and brake pads. Contact: Yoni Kellman, yoni@dbausa.com; 800-747-2220. Website: www.dbausa.com.

Other Products/Services

Dannmar Lifts: Automotive lifts in 2-post, 4-post and scissor configuration. if you need a lift to show your product at the show, we can provide. Contact: Michael OConnell, moconnell@dannmar.com; 877-432-6627. Website: www.dannmar.com.

Eaton: Eaton is looking to sponsor five vehicles with differentials for the 2017 SEMA Show. Contact: Steve Case stephenrcase@eaton.com, 269-342-3533. Website: www.myvehicle.eaton.com/sema-sponsor.

Gem Tubes: Custom OCTA series step tubes for your vehicle if it is not one of our standard applications. Contact: Nathan Keith, Nkeith@maxwayint.com; 705-783-6066. Website: www.GEMTubes.com.

Grypshon Industries: Grypmat. The Grypmat is made from our patent-pending, flexible, non-magnetic, non-slip, rubberized material. They work on curved surfaces such as car bodies and composite race cars. Using a Grypmat reduces surface damage during painting, shortens build times, and is a customizers most valuable tool. Contact: Ray Ferreira, ray@grypshon.com; 813-943-5166. Website: www.grypmat.com.

Owens Products Inc.: RaceMate (garage & trailer accessories). Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Patriot Campers: Patriot Camper Trailers, models X1 and X2 available to display behind overland vehicles around the show. Contact: Justin Montesalvo, justin@patriotcampers.com.au; 702-630-3464. Website: www.patriotcampers.com.

QA1: Carbon fiber driveshafts. Contact: Bill Foley, bfoley@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.qa1.net/contact/special-build-sponsorship-request.

Transfer Flow Inc.: Fuel tanks for full-size trucks including larger replacement fuel tanks, in-bed auxiliary fuel tanks, refueling tanks, fuel tank and tool box combos. Contact: Warren Johnson, wjohnson@transferflow.com; 530-893-5209. Website: www.transferflow.com.

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